1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 793 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2900 mm |
